Linux Engineer - Sandton at Access Bank

Requirements

Linux Infrastructure

• Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and application issues.
• Implement security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Database Security

• Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities.

Database Backup & Recovery

• Develop and enhance automated processes to minimize downtime and improve performance.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate Linux systems with Oracle databases and applications.

Business Planning/ Decision Making

• Provides input for short-term and long-term operational planning in respect of existing and emerging technology.

 Policies and Procedures

• Linux Policies and procedures.
• Patch/security update as per agreed business OLA
• Daily/Weekly and Monthly Reporting.
• Logging and resolving Helpdesk calls as per agreed business OLA.
• Vulnerability monitoring and remediation.
• Licensing management.

 Academic Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.
• VMware added advantage
• Oracle added advantage

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience with installation, configuration, and administration of enterprise Linux distributions (Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Linux).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of Linux system administration, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with network security technologies and associated services.